Vienna

For visitors, Vienna's most convenient hotels are located within the Ringstrasse, but these properties typically come with higher rates. If you're on a budget, try to stay outside the city center near a U-Bahn station or bus stop so you can get around easily. Be sure to reserve a hotel ahead of time if you're visiting over the warmer months, which tend to see the most visitors; note, though, that the city's Christmas markets make it a popular winter destination as well.